Rolen won't return to Reds

10:33 PM,
Feb. 12, 2013

Former Cincinnati third baseman Scott Rolen waits on deck during a June 9 game against San Francisco.

Written by

John Fay
The Cincinnati Enquirer

In an ironic twist, the likely end of the career of Scott Rolen, a decidedly old school player, was announced on Twitter.

The Reds tweeted out statements from Rolen and general manager Walt Jocketty on Tuesday afternoon saying Rolen would not be attending camp with the Reds.

From Jocketty: "Scott made significant contributions to our team's recent success, and it isn't a coincidence we made the playoffs in two of his three full seasons here. He made a huge impact in Cincinnati with his work ethic and leadership on the field, in the clubhouse and in our community." ...